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Doctrine of Fair Use in Copyrighted Work
Explore the Doctrine of Fair Use under U.S. and Indian copyright law. Learn how fair use and fair dealing protect criticism, education, research, and parody, the four-factor test courts apply, and key cases like Folsom v. Marsh and the Delhi High Court's Oxford photocopying ruling.
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Solatium
What is Solatium and why is it so important in land acquisition cases
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Legal Maxim: Novus Actus Interveniens
Novus Actus Interveniens is a legal doctrine that breaks the chain of causation, relieving a defendant of liability when an unforeseeable, independent act intervenes between their action and the resulting harm.
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Legal Maxim: De minimis non curat lex
“De minimis non curat lex,” a Latin maxim meaning “The law does not concern itself with trifles,” signifies that courts should not waste time on minor, insignificant matters. Originating from Roman law, this principle is reflected in Section 95 of the Indian Penal Code, which prevents penalizing tri
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Legal Maxim: Suppressio Veri or Suggestio Falsi
The legal maxim “suppressio veri or suggestio falsi” signifies that the suppression of truth is equivalent to the suggestion of falsehood. This principle holds that if either the omission of relevant facts or the presentation of false information regarding a material fact in a contract can be proven
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Legal Maxim: Noscitur a Sociis
The legal maxim “Noscitur a Sociis” means “it is known by its associates.” This doctrine asserts that the meaning of an unclear word in a statute or contract should be determined by the words surrounding it. It emphasizes context, ensuring the interpretation aligns with the document’s overall intent
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Glossary: Nemo Debet Esse Judex In Propria Sua Causa
“Nemo debet esse judex in propria sua causa” is a Latin legal maxim meaning “no one should be a judge in their own cause.” This principle ensures fairness and impartiality in legal proceedings by preventing conflicts of interest. It upholds the integrity of the judicial system by guaranteeing that d
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Glossary: Allegans Contraria Non Est Audiendus
“Allegans contraria non est audiendus,” a Latin legal maxim, translates to “a person alleging contradictory facts is not to be heard.” This principle emphasizes consistency in legal arguments, asserting that one cannot present conflicting statements or claims within the same case. It is fundamental
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Vakalatnama
A Vakalatnama is a legal document authorizing an advocate to represent a client in a court of law. It grants the lawyer the power to act on behalf of the client, including filing suits, attending hearings, and signing pleadings. Typically, the client signs the Vakalatnama, and it is submitted to the
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Legal Maxim: Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi
Actori Incumbit Onus Probandi, a Latin legal maxim, means “the burden of proof lies on the plaintiff.” The burden of proof requires the plaintiff to establish the facts of the case to the requisite standard of proof, typically “beyond a reasonable doubt” in criminal cases and “preponderance of evide
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Legal Maxim: Expressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius
xpressio Unius Est Exclusio Alterius is a legal maxim meaning “the expression of one thing is the exclusion of another.” It is used in statutory interpretation to infer that if a law explicitly mentions certain items, other items not mentioned are excluded.
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Glossary: Volenti Non Fit Injuria
Volenti non fit injuria is a latin maxim which means “to a willing person, it’s not a wrong”. It implies that if someone willingly puts themselves in a position where harm might occur, they cannot later sue for any resulting damages. This doctrine is often used as a defence in personal injury cases
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Doctrine of Force Majeure
Force majeure is a clause inculcated in contract agreement in order to remove liability for unforeseeable and unavoidable catastrophes interrupting the expected timeline and preventing participants from fulfilling obligations, generally termed as “act of god”
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DOCTRINE OF ATTRACTIVE NUISANCE
Doctrine of Attractive Nuisance is a hazardous condition or object a person creates or permits to exist on their land that is attractive to children
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Legal Maxim: actio personalis moritur cum persona
‘actio personalis moritur cum persona’ literally means a personal right of action dies with the person.
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CORRUPTION
DEFINITION Corruption is dishonest external conduct by those in offices
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INTERIM ORDER
Meaning Interim orders are non-permanent orders and are temporary in
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DISBURSEMENT
Meaning Disbursement means the payment of money from a fund
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Amicus curiae
DEFINITION The term Amicus Curiae refers to one that is
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MARRIAGE
Meaning of the term ‘Marriage‘ Marriage means the legal union
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Question Hour
Question Hour is a period in a session of a parliament during which members may put questions to ministers on matters concerning their departments.
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What is Zero Hour?
Zero Hour is the time when Members of Parliament (MPs) can raise Issues of Urgent Public Importance. For raising matters during the Zero Hour, MPs must give the notice before 10 am to the Speaker/ Chairman on the day of the sitting.
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EDUCATION
“Education is the manifestation for perfection already in man”. According to UNESCO “Education is a human right for all and that access must be matched by quality.”
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Divorce
Divorce is the most unfortunate occasion for any couple. Likewise, couples who commonly agree to the divorce, though, must certify that they have not been living with each other for a year before the courts acknowledge their request.
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